Brian Hassan

Brian Hassan is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Kickfin®, a company he established in April 2017, based in Austin, Texas. Kickfin is recognized as the leading provider of instant, cashless tip payments, allowing restaurants, bars, and hotels to manage tip distribution digitally and in real-time. This innovation aims to enhance operational efficiency and improve the financial well-being of service employees by eliminating the need for cash transactions.13

Background and Experience

Brian Hassan has a strong background in entrepreneurship and business development. Before Kickfin, he co-founded and sold two companies in the HR tech and insurtech sectors. His previous ventures include:

• Flagship Athletic Performance (Co-Founder, 2014 - Present)
• DoubleDesk Technologies (Co-Founder, 2013 - 2015), which was acquired by private equity.
• BayPoint Benefits (Co-Founder, 2007 - 2015), also acquired by private equity.

He has also served on advisory boards and held executive roles, including positions at Decisely and Triage Consulting Group.124

Education

Brian graduated from the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business in 2003, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Business Economics, as well as International Relations with a focus on Global Business.15

Vision for Kickfin

Kickfin was inspired by an observation Brian and his co-founder made while dining at a restaurant in San Francisco, where they questioned the necessity of cash deliveries in an increasingly cashless society. This led to the development of a platform that not only streamlines tip payments but also addresses safety concerns associated with cash handling in the service industry. Kickfin has since expanded its services beyond traditional restaurants to various sectors, including hotels and personal services, reflecting a growing demand for cashless transactions.23

Brian's vision for Kickfin includes ongoing innovation and the development of additional financial products tailored for service industry employees, aiming to enhance their financial stability and security.34